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Jaw of the Neanderthal ZafarayaPhoto: Aloshin Evgeniy, Adobe Stock
In search of the Neanderthal Zafarraya: The Boquete de Zafarraya cave offers a valuable, prehistoric insight into the early settlement of southern Spain.
The Cueva del Boquete de Zafarraya is a family-friendly excursion destination with a fascinating journey into the past! The cave - where Neanderthals lived around 30,000 years ago - is one of the most important prehistoric sites in Europe, making it a real hotspot for Stone Age research.
Remains of Neanderthals were discovered here in 1979, including a well-preserved lower jaw and stone tools. The finds provide an exciting insight into the lives of these early humans and have proven the importance of the region as a place of refuge at the time. The surrounding reddish-brown rock massif and the yew and pine forests invite you to explore the area and lose yourself in a journey through time.
Public transport
Daily bus connections to the village of Zafarraya or Alcaucin
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Directions
Drive west from Granada on the A-92 and change to the A-402 towards Alcaucín.
The cave is located in the Sierra de Alhama nature reserve, about 3 kilometers south of the village of Zafarraya.
Parking
Park in the village and then hike to the cave.
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